Developers of custom drone systems for scientific research.

ABOUT US

We are drone designers, engineers and pilots with a passion for applying the latest innovations in UAV technology to create practical solutions for scientific research. We work alongside scientific researchers to adapt their stringent sampling or sensing requirements onto remote aerial platforms, opening up previously inaccessible opportunities for data collection. By developing our purpose-built systems from the ground up, we can fit highly specialised payloads and equipment onto a minimal airframe footprint, minimising cost and complication. We welcome the weird and wonderful - if you have an unusual drone requirement please get in touch!

Whaler 1 research uav

Unique Flip-Lid sampler, minimising contamination

Safe UAV operations at sea with instant motor disarm

100% waterproof

15 minutes flight time

80 kph top speed

Single pilot required

All work with whales was carried out under a Scientific Licence issued by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service permitting close approaches under specific conditions. The study was approved by the Macquarie University Animal Ethics Committee and carried out in accordance with the Animal Research Authority (2016/010). All flights were carried out by a licenced UAV Operator in accordance with relevant local laws.